Vanilla Caramel Truffle Latte Recipes

BOB GREENE'S VANILLA CARAMEL TRUFFLE LATTE

Steps:

• In a one-quart saucepan, bring the milk, water and cinnamon sticks to a boil
• Remove the saucepan from heat and add the tea bags
• Brew for 3 minutes then remove the tea bags and cinnamon sticks
• Stir in the sugar and serve immediately

CARAMEL TRUFFLES

Steps:

• Line an 8-in. square dish with plastic wrap; set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the caramels, milk chocolate chips and cream. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute; stir. Microwave 1 minute longer, stirring every 15 seconds or until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth. Spread into prepared dish; refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm., Using plastic wrap, lift candy out of pan. Cut into 30 pieces; roll each piece into a 1-in. ball. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm., In a microwave-safe bowl, melt semi-sweet chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip caramels in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. If desired, use additional melted chocolate to drizzle over truffles. Refrigerate until firm.

HOMEMADE CARAMEL LATTE

Steps:

• Combine milk and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Heat until frothy and close to simmering, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low; whisk in caramel sauce and vanilla extract. Mix in coffee.

CARAMEL TRUFFLES

Steps:

• Line an 8 inch square dish with plastic wrap and set aside.
• In a microwave safe bowl, combine the caramels, milk chocolate chips and cream.
• Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute; stir.
• Microwave 1 minute longer, stirring every 15 seconds or until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth.
• Spread into prepared dish; refrigerate 1 hour or until firm.
• Using plastic wrap, lift candy out of pan.
• Cut into 30 pieces, rolling each piece into a 1 inch ball.
• Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.
• In microwave safe bowl, melt semisweet chips and shortening; stir until smooth.
• Dip caramels in chocolate and place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets.
• Refrigerate until firm.

FROZEN CARAMEL LATTE

Steps:

• Place the espresso, caramel sauce, and sugar into a blender pitcher. Blend on high until the caramel and sugar dissolve into the espresso. Pour in the milk and add the ice; continue blending until smooth and frothy. Top with whipped cream to serve.

CHOCOLATE-CARAMEL TRUFFLES

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan, bring condensed milk, butter, and cream to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until butter melts. Cook, stirring frequently, until mixture thickens slightly and turns pale golden, 4 to 6 minutes (do not let it get too dark, or mixture will separate). Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Add chocolate, cocoa powder, and vanilla, stirring until chocolate melts and mixture is smooth and combined. Transfer to a pie dish or a wide, shallow bowl and refrigerate until firm, about 4 hours.
• Scoop 1 tablespoon of chocolate mixture into your palm and roll into a ball. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet; repeat with remaining mixture. Place sprinkles in bowls (onefor each color). Roll truffles in sprinkles until thoroughly coated. Place in paper mini baking cups and serve, or store in refrigerator, covered, up to 1 month.

VANILLA CARAMEL TRUFFLE LATTE

Steps:

• In a one-quart saucepan, bring the milk, water and cinnamon sticks to a boil.
• Remove the saucepan from heat and add the tea bags.
• Brew for 3 minutes then remove the tea bags and cinnamon sticks.
• Stir in the sugar and serve immediately.